Frequently Asked Questions
LG G3
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There is more and more new users coming to G3 and most of them have the same questions. This is a small FAQ about most frequent questions. I will update FAQ from time to time with new questions.
Q1: How many models are outhere?
Many. HERE is the list so check here.
Q2: How do I make an EFS and MODEM backup?
In recovery. Flash TWRP recovery and choose EFS in backup. I would suggest you to make EFS backup before you do anything on the phone.
Or use this method and make flashable EFS backup.
Q3: How do I root my phone?
There are few methods. Choose one that is for your variant. Purple Drake, Stump Root, IOroot.
Check this spreadsheet to see with what tool you can root your model.
Q4: How do I flash custom recovery?
Download recovery from HERE and flash it with FLASHIFY APP.
Or use ADB command explained HERE.
Besides mentioned recovery you have philz with OG Clockworkmod and TWRP with modem support.Q5: Where can I find stock firmware image?
You can find it HERE. Just type your IMEI.
Or HERE thanks to hyelton.Q6: How do I unroot my phone?
Just flash the stock firmware. Follow THIS GUIDE.
Q7: How do I enter recovery mode?
Power off the phone. Press Volume down and power button. When you see LG logo, keep holding Volume Down, release Power and quickly press it again.
You will be asked to questions and choose YES on them (do not worry, factory reset will not happen) and congrats, you are in recovery.
Q8: What ROM should I download?
Check index HERE. Thanks benkxda.
Q9: How do I install a certain ROM?
Make sure it is for your model, download it, place it on phone storage, boot into recovery, do a nandroid backup and then wipe the system. And least press install and choose ROM.
Q10: I am on rooted/stock Lollipop. How do I get back to Kitkat?
If you have nandroid backup just flash nandroid backup. Or flash stock firmware and see number 6. question.Q11: Can I convert one model to another (example: D852 to D855)?
NO! Do not try to do that.
Q12: My IMEI disappeared. What should I do?
Restore EFS backup. It is explained HERE.
Q13: Where is Flashlight on stock ROM?
There isn't one. Use PowerToggles or some other toggle app.
Q14: How to get rid of battery fully charged notification?
See my trick HERE.
Q15: How to root stock Lollipop?
You can't. You will have to revert to stock firmware, root the phone and flash some prerooted Lollipop ROM.
EDIT: We have a method now. Method is not that easy: New Root Method for LG Devices, but there is one click method for all variants..
Q16: How do I enter Download mode?
Power off the phone. Plug the USB cabel and press and hold Volume Up. Download mode will appear.
Q17: Can I get small navigation bar on Lollipop?
Yes you can. Check HERE.
Q18: Can I still receive and install an OTA on my rooted device?
If you are on stock ROM there is a chance you will get notification about update but you will not be able to install it successfully. To install it you will have to unroot the device and go back to fully stock.Q19: My PC won't connect to the phone by USB, what do I do?
Make sure you have the correct drivers installed and that USB Debugging is enabled. And always try other ports on your PC.Q20: My battery is draining fast. What should I do?
Monitor your battery with Gsam Battery Monitor or BetterBatteryStats and Wakelock Detector to find out what is draining your battery. After you find out uninstall or freeze that app/process.Q21: How to access camera when screen is off?
Press and hold volume down button (works on stock ROMs only).
Useful topics:
1. [INDEX] LG G3 - ROMs, Kernels, MODs, Recoveries, Themes
2. [Guide] LG G3 Stock Firmware (Go Back to Stock)
3. [KDZ][D855 only] Lollipop / 5.0 V20A Final KDZ NO BETA
4. [ROOT][IOroot] LG G3 4.4.2 Jailbreak [D850|D855|F400|VS985][Yahooo!]
5. Bump! - Unlock your LG G3 with TWRP! (D855 / D852 / D852g / F400)
6. [ROOT] Root your LG-G3 easily with PurpleDrake-Lite!
7. [APP] XCam LG v5.2.3 [G3]
8. [MOD]Improve performance eliminate lag with my CTT MOD All new version
8. [XPOSED](1.3)G3 TweaksBox(THEME,Call Rec,Lockscreen,Notifications,LED,MORE)
9. Small NavBar for Android 5
ROM index and dedicated Q&A topics:
1.
[ROM]Cyanogenmod 12 [D855]
[Q&A]Cyanogenmod 12 [D855]
2.
[ROM] CloudyG3
[Q&A] Cloudy ROM
3.
[*][ROM]AndroidNow HD
[Q&A] AndroidNow HD
4.
[ROM] ChupaChups Rom
[Q&A] ChupaChups Rom
5.
[ROM] SphinX G3
[Q&A] SphinX G3
6.
[ROM] Lollipop rooted ROM by skin1980
[Q&A] Lollipop rooted ROM by skin1980
7.
[ROM] [D855] CarbonROM
[Q&A] [D855] CarbonROM
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Kernel Panic
I tried searching this one with no success:
What is kernel panic? I see it on the CM thread. I know it cannot be something good.
Thanks.
anl2304 said:
I tried searching this one with no success:
What is kernel panic? I see it on the CM thread. I know it cannot be something good.
Thanks.
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Basically when kernel can not boot properly or crashes during it. It can happen due to hardware fault or bad software.
I believe this is the most easier way to explain.
different version and network
Hi. I take it any question mean just that. Here goes. I have posted a thred for this but no replies.
Here in the UK we only get the 2 gig version. I want a 3 gig version from out the UK. What lg g3 32gb 3 gig would work in the UK from out of the UK? I want it the same as the UK version in every way except more ram. Little bloatware would be nice also.
There are so many lg versions it's left me stuck. I'm on ee network.
Kind regards rick
rickbaxter said:
Hi. I take it any question mean just that. Here goes. I have posted a thred for this but no replies.
Here in the UK we only get the 2 gig version. I want a 3 gig version from out the UK. What lg g3 32gb 3 gig would work in the UK from out of the UK? I want it the same as the UK version in every way except more ram. Little bloatware would be nice also.
There are so many lg versions it's left me stuck. I'm on ee network.
Kind regards rick
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You can get 32GB version in UK also. For example you can get it from Mobicity.
Here it is: LG G3 32GB
They even have dual sim version.
You can always also go on Ebay.co.uk.
You need D855 version. That is international version.
Oh I didn't know that. That's great thanks!!
Updated with more links.
This weekend I will add little FAQ in third post.
Guess no one needs unique help topic. Rather opens new topic
Too bad
guys how do you go to recovery mode using the buttons? im having bootloops. i can do it on my g2 though but not with this one. thanks a lot
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- Turn off the phone.
- Press volume down and power
- when you see LG logo quickly press power button again (remove finger from it and press it again) and hold
- it should boot into recovery
Android Noob Question
I am pretty much an Android Newbie. I had a nook Color that I put CM7 on a long time ago but never really used it for anything (still have it collecting dust). I have my first Android Phone (LG G3) and now Im really trying to get into the mix of things. But as a newb I have a handful of questions that probably could be answered pretty quickly. So here goes ...
1) Power on delay - sometimes when I tried to power on the phone it seems like I have to press for 5 seconds other times 10 or so. Is that normal?
2) Flashlight? - I didnt see a flashlight in by default. There are some one the store but I read somewhere that there was an LG one? Can someone point me to that?
3) Is there an App/shortcut to do multiple things (such as for getting into the car - disable wifi/enable bluetooth - open Waze - Open music app)
4) Similar to (3) How can I make a shortcut icon to a particular webpage?
5) How about a shortcut to put the phone to sleep without having to take it out of the dock to press the button on the back.
Thanks for any answers you can provide.
user31178 said:
1) Power on delay - sometimes when I tried to power on the phone it seems like I have to press for 5 seconds other times 10 or so. Is that normal?
2) Flashlight? - I didnt see a flashlight in by default. There are some one the store but I read somewhere that there was an LG one? Can someone point me to that?
3) Is there an App/shortcut to do multiple things (such as for getting into the car - disable wifi/enable bluetooth - open Waze - Open music app)
4) Similar to (3) How can I make a shortcut icon to a particular webpage?
5) How about a shortcut to put the phone to sleep without having to take it out of the dock to press the button on the back.
Thanks for any answers you can provide.
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Hi!
1. It is not normal I would say. To me, it is always the same, pretty short.
2. You will have to go for some 3rd party app to use phone as flashlight. For example this one, QSlide Torch. But most of custom ROMs have that feature, or it can be added with Xposed. Or Power Toggles.
3. There is, it is Tasker. One of the most powerful apps.
4. Would not know with built in browser because I do not use t, but for example with Dolphin Browser you can make webpage shortcut icon on your screen.
5. You mean normal locked state (deep sleep)? Double tap anywhere on the screen to unlock, and same to lock it, just double tap on homescreen (if you use 3rd party launcher press twice on status bar to lock it).
I had stopped feeling like a newbie until I started looking for my next upgrade. I'm on a Galaxy S3, and rooting/flashing was a snap. I rooted it with towelroot, downloaded CWM from the app, did my nandroid, and then it was on.
I'm on Sprint, so in a few weeks I'll be grabbing the ls990. I've been reading up on the limited choice of good devices Sprint offers, and none of them are established enough to root and flash as easy as it was with my S3. As much as I look, it keeps coming back to the G3 for me, so that's what I'm getting.
Things have been changing so fast over the past month, I've lost track of what I'll need to do once I get it after December 1st. If there aren't any major changes in the next 10 days, what will I need to do when I get my device? I only have experience with CWM, but it doesn't look like that's an option yet. I guess I need help knowing what to do in what order.
I'm confused about Stump Root. Do you get TWRP when you go through that process? Once I have root and recovery, do I create a nandroid the same way, by just doing a backup?
When all that's done and I flash a rom like Cloudy, will I still get OTA pushes? Once I did all that with my S3, I never got notifications for them, but it sounds like they will still come with the G3.
That's a lot. Sorry about that!
DelBoy said:
5. You mean normal locked state (deep sleep)? Double tap anywhere on the screen to unlock, and same to lock it, just double tap on homescreen (if you use 3rd party launcher press twice on status bar to lock it).
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Ugh. I hope at least I win the award for ultimate noob. Thank you.
Hello,
I have just upgraded mine to Lollipop 5.0 and I see the Guest mode enabled by default. There is no Guest mode options in Settings to turn it off. I knew how to setup Guest mode when I was using 4.4, but not with this 5.0. Probably I missed somthing?
Could someone give me some directions please, thank you very much.
mjjcb said:
I had stopped feeling like a newbie until I started looking for my next upgrade. I'm on a Galaxy S3, and rooting/flashing was a snap. I rooted it with towelroot, downloaded CWM from the app, did my nandroid, and then it was on.
I'm on Sprint, so in a few weeks I'll be grabbing the ls990. I've been reading up on the limited choice of good devices Sprint offers, and none of them are established enough to root and flash as easy as it was with my S3. As much as I look, it keeps coming back to the G3 for me, so that's what I'm getting.
Things have been changing so fast over the past month, I've lost track of what I'll need to do once I get it after December 1st. If there aren't any major changes in the next 10 days, what will I need to do when I get my device? I only have experience with CWM, but it doesn't look like that's an option yet. I guess I need help knowing what to do in what order.
I'm confused about Stump Root. Do you get TWRP when you go through that process? Once I have root and recovery, do I create a nandroid the same way, by just doing a backup?
When all that's done and I flash a rom like Cloudy, will I still get OTA pushes? Once I did all that with my S3, I never got notifications for them, but it sounds like they will still come with the G3.
That's a lot. Sorry about that!
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To gain root it is pretty simple on Sprint. You can root it with Stump root method like you said.
I have not used that method so I do not know if you will get recovery, I believe you will not so you will have to flash recovery with app called Flashify. You can get it from playstore, but before you will have to get correct recovery image and put it on your phone storage.
Recovery image can be downloaded here: http://downloads.codefi.re/thecubed/lg_g3/bump/
You can also use command line to flash recovery: http://www.droidviews.com/install-twrp-recovery-on-lg-g3-all-variants-using-bump/
Nandroid backup is created in recocery under "backup" section. It will backup your current setup (rom, apps, and all on system).
user31178 said:
Ugh. I hope at least I win the award for ultimate noob. Thank you.
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Just ask mate
Singum said:
Hello,
I have just upgraded mine to Lollipop 5.0 and I see the Guest mode enabled by default. There is no Guest mode options in Settings to turn it off. I knew how to setup Guest mode when I was using 4.4, but not with this 5.0. Probably I missed somthing?
Could someone give me some directions please, thank you very much.
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I am on AOSP ROM so I can not check but it should be in settings (multiple account/guest mode).
View settings as list, that should be easier to find it.
@mjjcb - forgot to answer on last question. Once you flash custom rom you will not be able to receive OTA updates. To receive official OTA you will have to gobl back to stock firmware.
And always before flashing make sure that your phone version is supported by that rom.
Hi, I've been searching but eden with the great info here it is easy to miss gotcha. I'm looking to buy a G3 for me and a G2 for the wife, preferably a Tmo or other US GSM carrier version. With the Tim version or Bump, can the current custom recovery installers install TWRP even if the current phone owner has flashed whatever the latest OTA is? Thanks!!
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[SIZE=+2]Sprint LG Optimus G[/SIZE]
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[SIZE=+1]Q1: How to Root and Unlock bootloader.[/SIZE]
There is a Guide
[SIZE=+1]Q2: FreeGee, Unlocking, Bootloader, Freezing, Stuck on LG/4GLTE screen problems?[/SIZE]
If FreeGee for some reason doesn't work, and/or softbricks, you have three options:
1. Use the "mako" unlock. This is now the preferred method. Mako unlock will show a "Google" logo on bootup. The other unlock shows the LG logo, but has potential to softbrick.
2. If you have LGNPST you can use teeny bins
Need info on LGNPST or need it? Here In "Additional Section".
Or in the irc. Here
3. LGFlashTool - Unbricking and Firmware flashing
This is a new option. (Repair Center Thorough) It seems to only work if your bootloader is locked. (It will show **971 which is not our model)
If you're stuck at the "4GLTE" screen: To get to stock recovery - Power off phone. You need to hold power button for about 20 sec to get it to turn off. Then press and hold vol down+power - The LG logo will come on, then the capacitive lights. Immediately let go when the capacitive lights turn on. It takes a few seconds to work. Data wipe/Factory reset. Reboot.
If you're stuck at the "LG" screen, Or the LG screen flashes, then goes black:
Make sure you are powering off the phone by pressing and holding the "Power" button for at least 20+ seconds, then release.
Press vol up+power should get you into Fastboot.
And if you happen to reboot into STOCK recovery and the power button will not select, use the "menu" button on the capacitive lights (far right when holding it) to get it to accept your commands.
LGNPST does not like USB 3.0 ports. Use USB 2.0 ports.
If you can get into download mode, use LGNPST. Use the ZVB/ZVC bin file.
If you can get into recovery, flash a ROM
You might have to do a battery pull
You will need a Torx T4 for the bottom screws, and a 00 Philips for the battery connector. Just be very delicate, especially when disconnecting the terminal.
If you get the Secure booting error. You have no recovery installed. Or you removed apps without being unlocked. You'll need to use LGNPST to fix it.
You can also go Here for more help. ie ADB Sideload
If all else fails, go to the IRC.
Join us on IRC #lg-optimus-g on Freenode!
Server: irc.freenode.net
Channel: #lg-optimus-g http://webchat.freenode.net[/SIZE]
[SIZE=+1]Q3: If your battery is dead, stuck in a bootloop, and won't boot unless on a charger.
Plug your phone in for a couple hours with a wall charger. If it stays off, great. If not, press and hold the power button for 20+ sec. That will turn it off. Plugged or plugged in, not sure which. Try both.
After a couple hours take it off the charger and boot into recovery. Vol down+ power release when capacitive lights come on. This should get you into "Stock" recovery. Which is what you should have if unrooted.
Then use power button to go down, and "factory reset". Use the capacitive menu key, far right key, to activate the reset. It should boot up. If not, turn it off 20+sec and charge it a couple more hours. Unplug it, then turn it on.
[SIZE=+1]Q4: Lack of memory/SD space?[/SIZE]
On stock based ROM's, delete "logcat" in internal SD.
On CM based ROM's, look in /mnt/shell/emulated/0 for "logcat" and delete.
[Size=+1]Q5: "0" folder showing up on SD? "TWRP does not see files"[/Size]
If going between CM Roms and Stock roms, keep both. Copy root to "0" folder. Easiest way
[Size=+1]Q6: Brightness won't increase? Or says too hot?[/Size]
Problem with LG. Deal with it.
Here's some info on it.
[Size=+1]Q7: Demigod crash/Kernel crash?[/Size]
Reboot, all is well. LG Problem.
Here's some info on it.
[Size=+1]Q8: Stock Wifi tethering apps.[/Size]
With ZVB and ZVC Stock it'll only work 1 per reboot. Meaning either Wifi, OR Wifi tether per reboot. Sometimes it'll require 2 reboots as Wifi will turn itself on two times. Check this before using Wifi tether.
I use "Wireless Tether for Root Users".
Settings are: Generic ICS/JB (Wlan0), Wifi encryption checked. No other settings changed.
There is also a TrevEmod version in these forums. I don't know those setting for sure.
[Size=+1]Q9: CM and AOSP issues.[/Size]
4.4 To install KK Roms, you will need the modded TWRP or CWM recoveries. Those can be found Here
To restore any nandroid ROM backups, you need to use the recovery the backup was made with. ( If you backed up using 2.5.0.0 then restore with it. If you're using the KK 2.6.3.0, it will not restore a 2.5.0.0 backup.
4.2 has Camera issues. Read in the thread you are using for the fix.
4.3 has the Camera fixed.
[Size=+1]Q10: When using JB, Stockish or CM based ROM's, you MUST use the ZVB/ZVC radio/modem.[/Size]
In stock it's 1690. In CM its 10646
Here
Here
[Size=+1]Q11: I've lost EFS/data/phone service[/Size]
Hopefully you'll be able to fix it by updating Profile/PRL. Settings>System Updates
To update profile/PRL you need to be on a stock ROM. So if you are running a CM based ROM, You will need to Flash/Restore a Stock based ROM, update profile/PRL, then go back to your CM ROM that you backed up in TWRP. Hopefully.
If you've lost your EFS, then you better hope you've backed it up in TWRP, Freegee, or autoprimes-Create flashable zip for EFS. Which is this file
If you didn't heed all the warnings posted all over, then you'll need to go Here for starters. This has all the information to help you, but be warned that it can be a complex fix.
[Size=+1]Q12: Can't get GPS lock on CM based ROM's[/Size]
For this, you will need to go back to Stock Based ROM also
If you are running a CM based ROM: Flash/Restore a Stock based ROM, get a GPS lock, then restore, or flash back to CM ROM.
Another new option is to Flash/restore your EFS. Seems to be working well. Here
[Size=+1]Q13: How to force getting ZVC update notice / Disable update nag screen. How to Manually update to ZVC[/Size]
Force Update - Go to Settings>Apps>All>Google services framework - clear data. Then go to Settings>System Updates - and update profile/Prl, Update LG Software.
Disable nag screen - Edit the build.prop - theres 3 or 4 references to ZVB. Change them to ZVC
To manually update to ZVC. Here
A new way to update. Uses Update.zip Here
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If anybody wants to add anything to this, let me know.
If I have anything wrong, let me know.
If you have info to add let me know.
So basically, help me get this thing right.
This is a work in progress.
engine95 said:
If anybody wants to add anything to this, let me know.
If I have anything wrong, let me know.
If you have info to add let me know.
So basically, help me get this thing right.
This is a work in progress.
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Should post the efs repair/fix
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bigfdaddy2 said:
Should post the efs repair/fix
Sent from my LG-LS970 using Tapatalk 2
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Thanks and done.
Added GPS section also
Corrected FreeGee info. Added radio/modem info
Added CM folder on a computer
Added info for dead battery
i am lost and stuck on lg optimus g sprint lg logo
engine95 said:
If anybody wants to add anything to this, let me know.
If I have anything wrong, let me know.
If you have info to add let me know.
So basically, help me get this thing right.
This is a work in progress.
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ok so im not tech savy but i rooted my phone and now its stuck on lg optimus g sprint lg logo im not a tech talk guy but i cant get to recovery or fastboot and im scared my phone is broke so dnt tell me to go download all this extra stuff or tech terms jus speak plain and simple like im a retard okay step by step with links and download links i need help asap i work from home and use this phone
PLEASE HELP IM ABOUT TO CRY
ajjordan38 said:
ok so im not tech savy but i rooted my phone and now its stuck on lg optimus g sprint lg logo im not a tech talk guy but i cant get to recovery or fastboot and im scared my phone is broke so dnt tell me to go download all this extra stuff or tech terms jus speak plain and simple like im a retard okay step by step with links and download links i need help asap i work from home and use this phone
PLEASE HELP IM ABOUT TO CRY
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OK. Well, this thread has problems, with links already. Follow the links to learn more about how to fix and/or understand them better. Believe it or not, it's about as English as it gets. The Rooting Guide is more of a walkthrough style, and may help you better.
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Title change
Added "Chameleon Network"
Updates, Changes, and some new stuff
Added ZVC info. Update, disable nag, Manually install
Added info about using USB 2.0 ports. Not 3.0 in LGNPST
Added Secure booting error
Added LG screen flashes then goes black
And a couple little thing I can't remember.
Updated FreeGee, Wifi tether info for stock, LGFlashtool, KK Recovery info.
If you guys see anything wrong, or think of something that should be added, please let me know.
does ZVC universal root work ?
just got the zvc update on my lg optimus g phone for sprint and I wanted to know if the fiddy916 universal root still works on it. I read the forum and no one as confirmed. do you guys know?
jlrockafella said:
just got the zvc update on my lg optimus g phone for sprint and I wanted to know if the fiddy916 universal root still works on it. I read the forum and no one as confirmed. do you guys know?
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Uummmmm......yeah.
Just follow the root guide. You'll be good to go.
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Thanks!
It's nice having this all in one place. Thanks!
This is only what has worked for me i take no responsibility for anyones phone catching fire after following my guide/advice. Tested myself on a UK D802 16GB on Three Network! Confirmed working on 32GB devices now too!!
This needs formatting to make it easier to read. I will get around to it but here is the basic info needed!
Please READ this entire first post before asking questions that are already answered.
Today i have managed to flash the European Open Kitkat rom and root it and keep TWRP recovery. It worked for me but can't guarantee the same results for you.
Prerequisites. (Skip this if you already have rooted JB rom with custom recovery)
First i downgraded to Jellybean using this guide. I downgraded to "UK Open 16GB D80210B_00.kdz" i'm not sure if that's required though.
Then I rooted it using IORoot.
Then i installed TWRP using Freegee from the Play Store.
From here you are ready to flash or you can start from here if you already have root and recovery on Jellybean.
You need these three files.
1. My modded Stock rom zip.
Mirror 1 | Mirror 2
2. Savoca Modded Boot.img.
3. SuperSU ZIP.
Now to flash! (Take out your simcard first.)
1. Boot into TWRP and flash the modded stock rom DOWNLOAD 1. It will take a while and the screen may turn off during this, just press power button. Ignore the failed error!
2. Now go to main TWRP screen and select Reboot Recovery. (Wouldn't mount system otherwise!)
3. Now go to Mount and make sure System is ticked. (Not sure if required but do it anyway!)
4. Now flash Savoca's modified boot.img DOWNLOAD 2.
5. Again go to Mount and make sure System is selected.
6. Now flash SuperSU ZIP DOWNLOAD 3.
7. Now i wiped data here not sure if it's required as the rom wipes system but do it anyway!
8. Replace sim and reboot and all should be well!
If you have NO MOBILE NETWORK i got this error and that's why i recommended removing sim card. I had to repeatedly toggle wifi on and off, and airplane mode and restarted a few times. Not sure what fixed it but don't panic it DOES work.
Bugs and Fixes!
Audio Hissing/Crackling on Headphones.
This is present on all Kitkat roms currently. Some users don't get it most do. Type of headphones seems to be a factor. The following fix is temporary and will revert after a reboot. So needs to be repeated if your phones reboots for any reason.
Type in phone dial pad 3845#*802# and it will show Hidden Service Menu.
Click on "ELT Test", select "Manual Mode" and select "Test Start".
With headphones plugged in select "Audio Loopback" and than select "Test Start".
Blow gently into the microphone and keep on this test 20 seconds or more.
Once done back out and play music. Enjoy!
No LTE/4G anymore?
It seems to require a change of bands for some to get LTE working. There is a value to edit in build.prop. You can do this manually with a root explorer and setting correct permissions after changing, I've found the easiest way is to download JRummy Build.prop editor from market.
Open the Build Prop Editor app.
Find the value "ro.telephony.default_network" and select it.
Notice the property value will be set to "9". Change this to "11" and let the app reboot phone.
If you still don't have LTE try again but change the value to "13" and let the app reboot phone.
Bluetooth Battery Drain
This is NOT real battery drain so please don't worry about it. It is a falsely reported statistic. I get battery life on a par with 4.2.2. Around 8 hours screen on time which is fantastic! If you have battery drain please try a full wipe, don't restore apps from another rom do it manually. Take a look at your apps.
How is it done?!
The modded zip is stripped down to include only the System, Modem and Cust partitions. These are all that is required for Kitkat to play nice with Savocas modified boot.img. I edited the updater-script to remove the entries for all partitions except those listed above and repacked it up nicely to flash. So it is possible to do this with any future updates too. The Cust partition is necessary in case your partition has old carrier stuff still on there, this flashes a clean Cust partition.
Thanks to:
LenAsh for the flashable zip i modded.
Savoca for the modded Boot.img and modules.
Chainfire for SuperSU.
Jesus for blessing all the little children.
it would be great if you also make one for the 32gb version
anyways, great work, dude!
I'm flashing it right now and looking up your address at the same time in case it won't work ;]
How long should it take to boot ?
superbonto said:
it would be great if you also make one for the 32gb version
anyways, great work, dude!
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As i've said it seems like there isn't a difference between md5's of 32gb and 16gb versions of Kitkat i just wouldn't want to say test it... But in theory it should work just fine.
paniczklos said:
I'm flashing it right now and looking up your address at the same time in case it won't work ;]
How long should it take to boot ?
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Let me know how it goes...you know just to give me a running start I assume you're 16GB user? It doesn't take long to boot but if it loops make sure you have wiped data in recovery. It is safe to do factory reset in standard recovery too as i tried it when trying to get my network back on!
ephumuris said:
As i've said it seems like there isn't a difference between md5's of 32gb and 16gb versions of Kitkat i just wouldn't want to say test it... But in theory it should work just fine.
Let me know how it goes...you know just to give me a running start I assume you're 16GB user? It doesn't take long to boot but if it loops make sure you have wiped data in recovery. It is safe to do factory reset in standard recovery too as i tried it when trying to get my network back on!
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I'm preparing a dead fish to throw it on your doormat ;p
I'm on 12th minute of booting - LG logo and led flashing green-to-blue.
And yes I'm 16GB
How to use the standard recovery ?
Is it repeatedly making the boot sound? Hold power button and volume down until LG logo flashes up, then release power button and press again whilst keeping hold of volume. You should get a white screen. Just press power twice i think that should reset it.
I'm pretty sure it didn't take me 12 minutes to boot
Can you please tell us how to mod the original EUR kdz? I can't download 2 gigabytes now and I already have the kdz file. Is there any guide?
Thanks ephumuris
Hey TC i have a lg g2 16gb that i bought from amazon. I am also on the three network in the uk. I do not get 4g option on my phone. Sorry for OT but i havent met anyone else on here using three and g2. Any help would be appreciated.
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Hey TC i have a lg g2 16gb that i bought from amazon. I am also on the three network in the uk. I do not get 4g option on my phone. Sorry for OT but i havent met anyone else on here using three and g2. Any help would be appreciated. View attachment 2630159
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What rom are you running? I get the option for gsm/wcdma/lte auto. Although no 4g for me on Three in Hull yet.
badchip said:
Can you please tell us how to mod the original EUR kdz? I can't download 2 gigabytes now and I already have the kdz file. Is there any guide?
Thanks ephumuris
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I'm guessing there is some sort of tool to extract the KDZ files and then all you need out of that is system.img and modem.bin and cust.bin... Easy to make an update script or i can upload one for you. I've never needed to extract a KDZ though...
ephumuris said:
Is it repeatedly making the boot sound? Hold power button and volume down until LG logo flashes up, then release power button and press again whilst keeping hold of volume. You should get a white screen. Just press power twice i think that should reset it.
I'm pretty sure it didn't take me 12 minutes to boot
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Doing that boots the TWRP. i've wiped the data like a satan, in every possible way. There's no boot loop - it's just booting and booting and booting. I think I'll have to go back to stock and repeat. Or is there any way to upload files to the phone through recovery (I remeber there was this option in clokcwork recovery ) ?
paniczklos said:
Doing that boots the TWRP. i've wiped the data like a satan, in every possible way. There's no boot loop - it's just booting and booting and booting. I think I'll have to go back to stock and repeat. Or is there any way to upload files to the phone through recovery (I remeber there was this option in clokcwork recovery ) ?
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I'm not sure if there is an option in TWRP i've certainly not seen it. I find it strange that you are getting stuck at boot screen... Maybe it matter which JB rom you come from?
My original one was 80210B Euro open rom.
"UK Open 16GB D80210B_00.kdz"
ephumuris said:
I'm not sure if there is an option in TWRP i've certainly not seen it. I find it strange that you are getting stuck at boot screen... Maybe it matter which JB rom you come from?
My original one was 80210B Euro open rom.
"UK Open 16GB D80210B_00.kdz"
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D80210A_00.kdz - it's EUR open + OTA update to E version.
I'm trying do sideload the files through ADB ;/
ephumuris said:
I'm guessing there is some sort of tool to extract the KDZ files and then all you need out of that is system.img and modem.bin and cust.bin... Easy to make an update script or i can upload one for you. I've never needed to extract a KDZ though...
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Thanks, I found this guide but it doesn't mention the download from Savoca. Should I just follow it (and use the KKROM_template.zip)? Or what do you recommend? I really can't to flash KK with root on my device
paniczklos said:
D80210A_00.kdz - it's EUR open + OTA update to E version.
I'm trying do sideload the files through ADB ;/
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The starting rom is the only thing i can think of that could make a difference if you followed instructions exactly all the factors are the same besides that!
It would help if anyone else has downloaded it and flashed successfully or unsuccessfully to let us know!
badchip said:
Thanks, I found this guide but it doesn't mention the download from Savoca. Should I just follow it (and use the KKROM_template.zip)? Or what do you recommend? I really can't to flash KK with root on my device
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That guide will give you a rooted Kitkat rom but no custom recovery. Which is a risky position to be in
Although the tool would be useful in that thread it would allow you to get the system.img, modem.bin and cust.bin you need. I could then provide a blank update zip with just the correct updater-script for you?
ephumuris said:
The starting rom is the only thing i can think of that could make a difference if you followed instructions exactly all the factors are the same besides that!
It would help if anyone else has downloaded it and flashed successfully or unsuccessfully to let us know!
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I'm downloading the UK open EUR and I'll start over.
ephumuris said:
That guide will give you a rooted Kitkat rom but no custom recovery. Which is a risky position to be in
Although the tool would be useful in that thread it would allow you to get the system.img, modem.bin and cust.bin you need. I could then provide a blank update zip with just the correct updater-script for you?
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I would very much appreciate that. I have used the tool to extract the kdz and dz. I have the files in screenshot now.
Whats the proper next step?
Thanks for your help
edit: The meta-inf folder is from the KK template provided in that thread, I suppose I don't need that.
Hi!
Firstly thanks for this!
and secondly i have to say that i already flashed to my LG G2 32gb and works like a charm... btw i also did it with another way:
1-Downgrade to 4.2.2.
2-when your in v.4.2.2 root and recovery.
3-i used lastest CWM version from Philz.
4-FLash your Rom.zip
5-reboot to recovery. (Dunno if this is really necessary but just in case i did it too)
6-Flash Savoca Patched
7-Flash Root
8-Reboot
9-ENjoy EUR 20b =)
Thanks!
Great to confirm working on 32gb too. Badchip you might have to wait til later unless you can use that existing meta inf folder. I've just left for work so not at laptop.
Try deleting every file but only keep.
Meta inf folder.
System.IMG
Modem.bin
Custom.bin
Zip those up and flash them. Should work if the update script is right in meta inf folder.
@iall5tar What base jellybean rom did you downgrade to?
And regarding custom recovery it should work with any cwm philz or twrp. I just referenced twrp as that's what I use.
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What you mean about folder meta-inf? im not a expert i just want to give a try and it worked xD
I just bought a Galaxy S3 from someone and it was already rooted. I am not able to add this phone to my Sprint account because of it. SO I looked up threads on returning the phone to stock and they all say if you have this new update you cannot go back to stock because of this knox warranty and warranty. When I loaded the boot screen thing it says warranty: 0. Or something like that.
So is there a way I can revert back to stock and UNroot my phone??
michaelemerica said:
I just bought a Galaxy S3 from someone and it was already rooted. I am not able to add this phone to my Sprint account because of it. SO I looked up threads on returning the phone to stock and they all say if you have this new update you cannot go back to stock because of this knox warranty and warranty. When I loaded the boot screen thing it says warranty: 0. Or something like that.
So is there a way I can revert back to stock and UNroot my phone??
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The phone being rooted has nothing to do with activating the phone with Sprint.
If you mean by boot screen download/bootloader mode and you see warranty bit 0, sounds like you already have kitkat (with knox).
Go into settings\about phone and see what your android version is.
And yes you can go back to stock un-rooted.
Get back about your version of android and then you can go from there.
I have version 4.4.2.
The reason I believe this is the reason I cannot activate for Sprint is because I sold a rooted phone to a friend and they could not activate it. I got the phone and unrooted it back to stock and it was able to be put on their account.
But yeah, I think it will work after I am able to unroot it. I'm just nervous bc all of the threads I have found have a warning telling me not to use their method if I have that Knox Warranty in the bootscreen. They said it will hard brick. But most of those threads are from a few years ago. I guess because it's an older phone.
If you could find me a method to return it to stock / unroot I'd appreciate it so much.
That's a new one on me.
I've never heard of root being the cause of activation problems. As long as you are on a tw rom it should work. A quick search would have given you this though http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2738533
[FULL RESTORE][TAR] Stock ND8 Odin FLASHABLE [4.4.2]
michaelemerica said:
If you could find me a method to return it to stock / unroot I'd appreciate it so much.
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Ok,
First go download Holo Backup. Extract the folder in the zip file to your desktop:
Get it Here:
http://omegavesko.github.io/SimpleADBBackup/
It's a self contained ADB solution for backing up your apps etc. Instructions are on the web page. Pretty simple really. Make a backup(s) and store it in the Holo folder on your desktop.
Then as metalfan78 said, go and get DR CDMA's stock tar file. You will Odin that after you back up.
Get it Here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2738533
It will restore you completely to stock, un-rooted with stock recovery.
Then use Holo backup to restore.
Thats it.
Does Holo backup work good? I have only used titanium backup for the past 5 years.
Well, I use TiBu exclusively but I wanted to have an alternative incase something went wrong. So just before I finally moved to ND8 I gave it a try and it worked perfectly.
Nice, I'll have to give it a try sometime.
Just note, when you Odin the ND8 tar, it'll wipe your internal storage (not your microSD), so if you've saved any pictures or downloads to the internal storage, copy them to your SD and / or PC / cloud.
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HEY GUYS IT WORKED!
I'm not sure if my phone had a custom rom on it from the previous owner or what. It's an almost brand new phone, no scratches or anything. But my last phone did this same thing only it was easier to find the file to un-root. I want to say it's a Samsung thing... but that could be false. My last phone was a Samsung Epic.
But anywayyy. You guys solved my problem 100% and I appreciate you guys taking the time to help me. XDA is the best. I come here for most everything.
THANK YOU.
michaelemerica said:
HEY GUYS IT WORKED!
But anywayyy. You guys solved my problem 100% and I appreciate you guys taking the time to help me. XDA is the best. I come here for most everything.
THANK YOU.
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That's great.
Now for the sake of the masses, explain exactly what you did.
jhill110 said:
That's great.
Now for the sake of the masses, explain exactly what you did.
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I bought a phone from a friend and called Sprint Customer Care to make sure it wasn't lost/stolen. It wasn't but they still weren't able to activate it because they said my device wasn't supported by Sprint and was not a Sprint device. (It definitely was. It had a Sprint model #, Said Sprint when I booted up, and said Sprint on the back of my phone)
I tinkered with my phone and realized it was Un-rooted by being able to go into Odin download mode. You can go into download mode by simultaneously pressing the power button, home button and volume down key. If it works you are rooted. There may be other ways to check, but that's how I did it.
I was having trouble un-rooting my phone because many threads I came across said I couldn't Un-root my device with their method if I had Knox Warranty on my phone. Their methods were for older android versions. (They said it will brick my device if I did it that way.)
You can figure this out by going into download mode by simultaneously pressing the power button, home button and volume down key. If your device says Knox Warranty or Warranty Bit on the screen then you have the update. SO USE THIS METHOD TO UNROOT / RETURN TO STOCK.
I asked XDA and they gave me this handy little website that allows you to un-root and return to stock with instructions. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2738533
***BEFORE YOU DO THIS BACKUP ALL YOUR DATA WITH HOLO BACKUP SO YOU DONT LOSE ANYTHING***
First go download Holo Backup. Extract the folder in the zip file to your desktop:
Get it Here:
http://omegavesko.github.io/SimpleADBBackup/
It's a self contained ADB solution for backing up your apps etc. Instructions are on the web page. Pretty simple really. Make a backup(s) and store it in the Holo folder on your desktop.
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The only other problem I ran into while using this method is downloading the .tar.md5 file. The website wouldn't load the Captcha for me to enter to begin the download. So I looked around and the other one I found was downloading WAY too slow.
SO I found and used this one: http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23487008491966461
It worked perfect.
Instructions:
1. Extract Download file
2. Put phone into download mode (power off, then power button + Volume Down + Home Button (website didn't mention holding the home button but you have to with the S3), then volume up when prompted)
3. Open Odin (right click > open as administrator)
4. Load File L710VPUCND8_L710SPRCND8_L710VPUCND8_HOME.tar.md5 into the PDA slot
5. Start flashing
6. Grab some popcorn because it will take a while
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The only thing they forgot to mention and it left my phone stuck on the Samsung boot screen is you must go into Recovery Mode (power off, then Power button + Home + Volume up) and CLEAR THE CACHE.
Reboot your device
Once it boots up call Sprint or talk to a representative online to activate your device and they will walk you through it.
VOILA, YOU ARE GOOD TO GO.
Just so you know, you can get into download mode whether you're rooted or not, being rooted has nothing to do with being able to boot into download mode
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michaelemerica said:
The only thing they forgot to mention and it left my phone stuck on the Samsung boot screen is you must go into Recovery Mode (power off, then Power button + Home + Volume up) and CLEAR THE CACHE.
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Glad you got it all sorted. I figured that's all you needed.
It doesn't always get stuck like that for everyone. That's a generally good way to fix that kind of problem any time it does happen, though.
Sent from my Sprint Samsung Galaxy SIII on TouchWiz 4.4.2 with Wicked X v6.5, Ktoonsez' latest kernel and the latest Philz Touch Recovery.
Will this work with 4.3 w/knox?
jhill110 said:
Ok,
First go download Holo Backup. Extract the folder in the zip file to your desktop:
Get it Here:
http://omegavesko.github.io/SimpleADBBackup/
It's a self contained ADB solution for backing up your apps etc. Instructions are on the web page. Pretty simple really. Make a backup(s) and store it in the Holo folder on your desktop.
Then as metalfan78 said, go and get DR CDMA's stock tar file. You will Odin that after you back up.
Get it Here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2738533
It will restore you completely to stock, un-rooted with stock recovery.
Then use Holo backup to restore.
Thats it.
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Will this also work on Android version 4.3?
I have 4.3 with Knox and have rooted my phone and also have loaded Philz Touch 6 (CWM Base Version: V6.0.4.5).
I've attached a screen shot of my complete phone info. I would like to return to stock and upgrade to 4.4.
Thanks!
David
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Will this also work on Android version 4.3?
I have 4.3 with Knox and have rooted my phone and also have loaded Philz Touch 6 (CWM Base Version: V6.0.4.5).
I've attached a screen shot of my complete phone info. I would like to return to stock and upgrade to 4.4.
Thanks!
David
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Yes, it will work. The tar link is the 4.4 stock tar. Just backup using holo, or backup of your choice, flash the tar, then philz, reroot, profit
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I have the 855 (3 branded) variant of the European G3 and a few things are just not working correctly and I'd also like to get rid of the 3 carrier logo on boot up and shutdown.
I don't really want to be rooted, I just want to get back to the Lollipop firmware that it came with.
Can anyone please tell me where to get the firmware, I've seen someplace with the Euro 855 and the HK 855 firmware but I think it was for KitKat and not Lollipop.
I'm using this page:
http://downloads.codefi.re/wolfgart/LG_G3 and choosing the 855 variant
The kitKat ROM seems to have 2 folders - 10a and 10e and each of those contains a ROM. There's no explanation as to what the difference is between them!
Is this the right ROM, Is it even Lollipop?
Please help!!
Just root, install twrp and flash a custom ROM, then flash official firmware found on xda for the D855.
Alternatively, there are stock based custom ROMs.
Also, if you root your phone you can remove or/and replace your boot animation i.e. rid your phone of the 3 logos!
Thx. Ive rooted it to try and remover the 3 startup screens and failed miserably so I wondered if there was just a way to re-flash stock without installing a custom recovery etc. If I'm going to have to send it back to LG, I'd rather not have any evidence of it being messed around with!
Homey said:
Thx. Ive rooted it to try and remover the 3 startup screens and failed miserably so I wondered if there was just a way to re-flash stock without installing a custom recovery etc. If I'm going to have to send it back to LG, I'd rather not have any evidence of it being messed around with!
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Oops. How did you fail miserably?
What about:
https://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Install_CM_for_d855 and then:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2785089
I read somewhere that all you needed to do to get rid of the boot animation was to go to /system/media and delete bootanimation.zip and shutdownanimation.zip. I couldn't delete them so I just re-named them. When I re-booted, it made no difference - those damn animations and 3 logo were still there!
I didn't really know where to go so I gave up as I am also having intermittent problems getting email from outlook.com!
I'm fairly sure you can only edit system files, like boot animations, when you have root. You're right, those are the correct files but you need root to delete them. Outlook emails work fine for me. Have you tried using a different app e.g. cloudmagic?
Yeah, thats the weird thing. I rooted the phone and could edit the names quite easily! It just didn't make any difference!
I tried different email programs including Nine but the problem is always the same - sometimes emails come in fine and sometimes, they just don't arrive at all. No notifications, nothing. I know that they're there because my iPad will chime but sometimes the G3 will chime at the same time, sometimes it will chime 2 mins later and other times, it just won't chime at all and won't actually have any new email until I launch the app.
I have wifi on all the time and I make sure that it stays on when the screen is off (in WiFi settings).
It just drives me crazy that the email is so unreliable on my device!
Also, the second link to how to go back to stock is brilliant but following it you get to Lollipop firmware to the G3 and there are 4 variants:
http://storagecow.eu/index.php?dir=Xda/LG+G3/Stock/
go to Lollipop 5.0 --> D855 directory--> 4 variants!
Which one do I choose??
I clicked the TOTS folder and downloaded v10e EUR. I used the xda thread about flashing TOTS
That's great am2012, off to find the thread about flashing tots now...
Wait, that didn't sound right!
Is this the right thread?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2785089
Yes, that's the one.
Thank you so much for the help. I'm going to flash this in a while. In the meantime, I've discovered that its a wifi issue. When the wifi is on, email is intermittent. If I switch wifi off, emails arrive at exactly the same time as iOS devices! Some sort of wifi bug obviously..
Homey said:
Thank you so much for the help. I'm going to flash this in a while. In the meantime, I've discovered that its a wifi issue. When the wifi is on, email is intermittent. If I switch wifi off, emails arrive at exactly the same time as iOS devices! Some sort of wifi bug obviously..
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You're welcome. Is there an option you have selected to only accept Wi-Fi if there is a strong signal, perhaps?
No, there's nothing like that. It looks like once the wifi signal is dropped, the G3 doesn't switch over to cellular network for its data..
Hmm
Ok so I have rooted cheap $10 phones that I don't care about, but not my G3. I have the t-mobile LG G3 and would like to know what the best mod is for performance since it is getting a bit slow. I want 7.0 since it is new and fresh. I want to know how safe this is and how easy and most importantly the instructions. Thanks in advance for your help.
i have the international variant, D855, i'm using resurrection remix, i believe it's the stablest one that gathers as many tweaks as possible.
fenonce said:
Ok so I have rooted cheap $10 phones that I don't care about, but not my G3. I have the t-mobile LG G3 and would like to know what the best mod is for performance since it is getting a bit slow. I want 7.0 since it is new and fresh. I want to know how safe this is and how easy and most importantly the instructions. Thanks in advance for your help.
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Teamoctos is best to use flash 35b
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djevil said:
Teamoctos is best to use flash 35b
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I have no idea what any of that means. Could you please explain as I need actual instructions since I have never done this
fenonce said:
I have no idea what any of that means. Could you please explain as I need actual instructions since I have never done this
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https://www.teamoctos.com/oct-n-builds/
Opengapps.org get 7.1.1 pico gapps arm
Download 35b bootstack make sure u rooted and get the latest twrp
Flashing notes:
1.do a clean installation do factory reset then advance wipe dalvik cache,cache,data,system then swap.
2. Install 35b bootstack first then flash ROM,Gapps,35b again then Mr.bump then restart.
If u need a zip file for all of this let me know I will upload it asap
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Ghassane said:
i have the international variant, D855, i'm using resurrection remix, i believe it's the stablest one that gathers as many tweaks as possible.
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I have no idea what any of that means. Could you please explain as I need actual instructions since I have never done this
fenonce said:
I have no idea what any of that means. Could you please explain as I need actual instructions since I have never done this
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Are u rooted just start there
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fenonce said:
I have no idea what any of that means. Could you please explain as I need actual instructions since I have never done this
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If u got hangouts or Kik let me know any type messenger I will gladly help u out
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djevil said:
Are u rooted just start there
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If u got hangouts or Kik let me know any type messenger I will gladly help u out
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Do you have discord? I think that would be the best option.
fenonce said:
Do you have discord? I think that would be the best option.
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Send me the link for that app
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djevil said:
Send me the link for that app
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https://discord.gg/7Hq44
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Add me rootmaster354
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Add me rootmaster354
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Did you join the server? If not look at the bottom right corner and send me the 4 digits
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fenonce said:
I have no idea what any of that means. Could you please explain as I need actual instructions since I have never done this
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first, you have to root your device, there are many variants (d855, d851, d850 ...), check what's yours, and look for how to root it in here or YouTube for clearer tutorials, you'll have to install TWRP recovery too, for this you'll need Autorec, check this thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/general/apk-flash-twrp-autorec-thanks-to-t3081396 , pay attention to what android version you're using, download the appropriate version for your android (5.1 LP, 6.0 MM).
now head to resurrection remix download page: https://sourceforge.net/projects/resurrectionremix/files/?source=navbar , look for your device and download the rom, next, you'll need the google apps zip, head to Opengapps (just google it and click the first link, their website), choose these parameters : "ARM", "7.1", "Pico", and hit download.
move the two .zip files (the rom and the gapps) to your external memory card, and reboot your phone to recovery:
1- turn off your phone.
2- press volume down and power simultaneously till you see the phone booting (LG logo), release the two buttons for one second or two, and press them again till you see a factory reset page, just press yes as it'll take you to the recovery, assuming you've already installed the TWRP recovery, if it's not installed, pressing yes will RESET YOUR PHONE)
in the recovery, select wipe (and wipe (cache, data, BE CAREFUL NOT TO WIPE INTERNAL STORAGE, as it's your phone's storage and you may lose your photos ...etc. unless you backed them up and you know what you're doing).
after you finish the wiping process, head to install, and select the zips in your external memory card, and flash them (select the zip, hit install, confirm by swiping from left to right), the same procedure applies to google apps file. after that reboot your phone and let it settle, it may take up to five min at first boot. once you see the welcome page, you're done.
I’m sorry for replying so late, I was busy these last two weeks, but I’ve noticed that XDA’s dear members have already took care of you, anyway, I’m still here if you need any further explanations.
Ghassane said:
first, you have to root your device, there are many variants (d855, d851, d850 ...), check what's yours, and look for how to root it in here or YouTube for clearer tutorials, you'll have to install TWRP recovery too, for this you'll need Autorec, check this thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/general/apk-flash-twrp-autorec-thanks-to-t3081396 , pay attention to what android version you're using, download the appropriate version for your android (5.1 LP, 6.0 MM).
now head to resurrection remix download page: https://sourceforge.net/projects/resurrectionremix/files/?source=navbar , look for your device and download the rom, next, you'll need the google apps zip, head to Opengapps (just google it and click the first link, their website), choose these parameters : "ARM", "7.1", "Pico", and hit download.
move the two .zip files (the rom and the gapps) to your external memory card, and reboot your phone to recovery:
1- turn off your phone.
2- press volume down and power simultaneously till you see the phone booting (LG logo), release the two buttons for one second or two, and press them again till you see a factory reset page, just press yes as it'll take you to the recovery, assuming you've already installed the TWRP recovery, if it's not installed, pressing yes will RESET YOUR PHONE)
in the recovery, select wipe (and wipe (cache, data, BE CAREFUL NOT TO WIPE INTERNAL STORAGE, as it's your phone's storage and you may lose your photos ...etc. unless you backed them up and you know what you're doing).
after you finish the wiping process, head to install, and select the zips in your external memory card, and flash them (select the zip, hit install, confirm by swiping from left to right), the same procedure applies to google apps file. after that reboot your phone and let it settle, it may take up to five min at first boot. once you see the welcome page, you're done.
I’m sorry for replying so late, I was busy these last two weeks, but I’ve noticed that XDA’s dear members have already took care of you, anyway, I’m still here if you need any further explanations.
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Dude I got it rooted already and installed OctOS. This guide is really good though and thanks. I got the Gapps and I got the rom and that stuff. I had a question though. I was not told to move my stuff to an SD card and I didn't and I just flashed it in TWRP recovery. Second of all I wanted ask I also was told to flash MR_Bump after flashing the ROM and Gapps which allowed the device to boot. IDK if that is normal. I have D851. Lastly, is my device still rooted? Or do I need to install something and how easy is it to switch roms, since idk if oct os is my thing since it has weird icons and the camera only does 1080p
fenonce said:
Dude I got it rooted already and installed OctOS. This guide is really good though and thanks. I got the Gapps and I got the rom and that stuff. I had a question though. I was not told to move my stuff to an SD card and I didn't and I just flashed it in TWRP recovery. Second of all I wanted ask I also was told to flash MR_Bump after flashing the ROM and Gapps which allowed the device to boot. IDK if that is normal. I have D851. Lastly, is my device still rooted? Or do I need to install something and how easy is it to switch roms, since idk if oct os is my thing since it has weird icons and the camera only does 1080p
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I’ve never been told about that MR_bump, i don't know if it's something special to the D851 variant, or it depends on the rom you're using, but anyway, I’ve never used it to make my phone boot, when encountering a bootloop, either I reflash the same rom, if the problem persists, I flash my backup (or any other OS since the problem is the rom I was trying to flash) or I, simply, go back to stock via LGFlashtool.
switching between roms is as easy it seems, you download the rom.zip, the gapps (if needed), you go to the recovery, flash them both, and reboot, that's all. Sometimes you'll have to flash the modem/radio files before flashing a new rom, this problem usually occurs when you switch from stock to aosp (android open source project) roms.
and you should know that the root depends on the rom too, for example, using a stock based rom (Fulmics ...) would require flashing an additional zip to get root privileges, unlike aosp based roms, like cynaogenMod, "lineage", or resurrection remix which I’m currently using, they usually use an implemented root app, it's accessible in "developer options".
I’m not a camera guy though, even if the camera in this phone doesn't deserve a bad software, I admit that LG stock roms offer the best rendering when it comes to taking shots/shooting videos, but they suck at heavy tasks and multitasking, and they usually cause the phone to heat up, besides, I kind of like the aosp interface (like nexus devices), that's why I gave up on camera, after all, it isn't that bad on resurrection remix, so no big deal.
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I’ve never been told about that MR_bump, i don't know if it's something special to the D851 variant, or it depends on the rom you're using, but anyway, I’ve never used it to make my phone boot, when encountering a bootloop, either I reflash the same rom, if the problem persists, I flash my backup (or any other OS since the problem is the rom I was trying to flash) or I, simply, go back to stock via LGFlashtool.
switching between roms is as easy it seems, you download the rom.zip, the gapps (if needed), you go to the recovery, flash them both, and reboot, that's all. Sometimes you'll have to flash the modem/radio files before flashing a new rom, this problem usually occurs when you switch from stock to aosp (android open source project) roms.
and you should know that the root depends on the rom too, for example, using a stock based rom (Fulmics ...) would require flashing an additional zip to get root privileges, unlike aosp based roms, like cynaogenMod, "lineage", or resurrection remix which I’m currently using, they usually use an implemented root app, it's accessible in "developer options".
I’m not a camera guy though, even if the camera in this phone doesn't deserve a bad software, I admit that LG stock roms offer the best rendering when it comes to taking shots/shooting videos, but they suck at heavy tasks and multitasking, and they usually cause the phone to heat up, besides, I kind of like the aosp interface (like nexus devices), that's why I gave up on camera, after all, it isn't that bad on resurrection remix, so no big deal.
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Ok I might try RR soon and I think for me I just would install it and I have gapps. Do I have to put them on the sd card? Why do people do that? Also, I found an app called opencamera that is pretty good, but idk the G3 is the best camera I have
fenonce said:
Ok I might try RR soon and I think for me I just would install it and I have gapps. Do I have to put them on the sd card? Why do people do that? Also, I found an app called opencamera that is pretty good, but idk the G3 is the best camera I have
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people usually put them in the sd card to wipe everything (internal storage, data, cache) and start fresh.
i tried open camera, wasn't pleases by the results, so i'm just using the stock camera that comes with the RR rom.